New Homes in Kidderminster

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Live the Life

Located in Worcestershire in the West Midlands within commuting distance of Birmingham, Kidderminster is a bustling town with an interesting history and plenty of things to see and do. Whether you’re exploring the local parks and nature reserve, enjoying some retail therapy or visiting one of the town’s museums, there’s something for all the family to enjoy close to your new home in Kidderminster.

Things to see and do

Kidderminster became famous for the quality woven carpets made in the area, with the practice showcased at the Museum of Carpet in the town. It’s not just the history of manufacturing to be seen if you fancy a trip back into the past, as the town is also home to Drakelow Tunnels – a former top secret underground military complex which is now a museum – and the Kidderminster Railway Museum.

If you love to get out and explore nature, there is plenty to keep you entertained close to your new home in Kidderminster. You can enjoy a day out at Stone House Cottage Gardens, Brinton Park or Habberley Valley Local Nature Reserve.

If you’re in the mood for some retail therapy, there’s a local street market every Thursday as well as high-street shops at the Swan Centre and Weavers Wharf Shopping Centre. You’ll find history around every corner with several nineteenth century churches in and around the town, most notably St. Mary’s and All Saints that overlooks the River Stour and the canal.

Education

If you’re moving to Kidderminster with a growing family, outstanding schools in the area include both Wilden All Saints Church of England Primary School, and the Stourport High School and Sixth Form Centre.

You or your older children will be able to study for a degree with several universities within commuting distance from your new home in Kidderminster. These include the University of Worcester, the University of Birmingham and the University of Warwick.

Getting to Kidderminster

Whether you’re commuting for work or visiting friends, it’s good to know that Kidderminster is well served by road and rail making it a great choice for commuters working in both Birmingham or Worcester. England’s second city is 17 miles and a 50-minute drive away, while Worcester is closer at 15 miles and around about a half an hours’ drive.

You’ll find a variety of bus routes connecting Kidderminster to the towns and villages in the vicinity as well as two railway stations. Kidderminster Railway Station runs services to Birmingham (40 minutes), Worcester (20 minutes), and offers access to the capital with a journey time of just under three hours and one change at Birmingham Snow Hill. Kidderminster Town Railway Station is a heritage line running from the town to Bridgnorth.

When it’s time to jet off on holiday, Birmingham Airport is just under an hours’ drive away in nearby Solihull.